Patreon Goal Status Update (Patreon)

Hey guys,

Just thought to share where I'm at with my priority goal for my Patreon.

The way my finances are right now, I feel like I might be able to undergo LASIK eye surgery either around the end of this year or sometime early next year. I feel anxious and excited at the same time.

In the country where I currently live in, the procedure starts at $2400 (USD) for both eyes. It could be more depending on what the ophthalmologist would recommend. So yeah, saving up takes some time. Especially now that we're expecting our first child towards the end of the year.

Since starting this campaign in mid 2017, I've been using half the proceeds of your pledges plus my own commission earnings from all other sources outside of Patreon for expenses on my wedding at the start of last year, a mortgage for a new humble small home (it's 60 sqm so yeah, it's small but at least enough for a family of 3-4) and my living expenses in general. The other half, I've been saving to pay for the surgery.

It's tough promoting the campaign and getting eyes on my work and support. My Patreon's almost going for 2 years and I barely have 100 backers to date. I guess I need to be more active in promoting it? Or that my stuff ain't as good as those artists I admire that have lots of support. 

BUT most of you guys have stayed with me from the beginning, and I'd like you all to know that that doesn't go unappreciated. It's true what they say - you don't need thousands of followers, you just need a few that will stick around and that you love to work and share your stuff with.

So again, THANKS for all your continued support and giving me enough time to work on your rewards. I'll continue doing it and try my best to up the quality of my stuff so you get the value that you're pledging for.

Cheers!